1969 Ford Zephyr vs. 2006 Nissan Patrol
To start off, 2006 Nissan Patrol is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Ford Zephyr. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Ford Zephyr would be higher. At 2,953 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Nissan Patrol is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Nissan Patrol (156 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 1969 Ford Zephyr. (81 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Nissan Patrol should accelerate faster than 1969 Ford Zephyr. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 1025 kg more than 1969 Ford Zephyr. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Nissan Patrol is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1969 Ford Zephyr. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Nissan Patrol will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2006 Nissan Patrol (323 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 170 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Ford Zephyr. (153 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2006 Nissan Patrol will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Ford Zephyr.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Ford Zephyr | 2006 Nissan Patrol | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Zephyr | Patrol |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2953 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 156 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 153 Nm | 323 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 17.9:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 2275 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2930 mm | 2400 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 41 L | 95 L |
